Dr. Charles Anthony Cefalu MD, MS
Geriatrician | Geriatric Medicine
200 W Esplanade Ave Suite 412 Kenner LA, 70065About
Dr. Charles Cefalu practices Geriatric Medicine in Kenner, LA. Geriatricians prevent, manage, and develop care plans that address the special health problems of the elderly. Dr. Cefalu works as part of a team with other healthcare providers, to address the natural aging that goes on within the body and to manage multiple medical problems and ensure social support.
Education and Training
Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans 1974
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Geriatric Medicine
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